2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 638 kg more than 2007 Alpina B5.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina B5 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
Make Alpina Mercedes-Benz
Model B5 R
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 2360 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5156 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1661 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3216 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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